AI Summary
Lead major cyber security incident responses as Incident Commander, coordinating efforts against sophisticated threats. Leverage expertise in SIEM, EDR, and SOAR technologies, and adhere to NIST frameworks. Requires SC Clearance eligibility and ability to thrive under pressure in a fully remote role.
Key Highlights
Lead and coordinate major cyber security incidents
Deep technical proficiency with SIEM, EDR, SOAR, and Threat Intelligence platforms
Active SC Clearance or immediate eligibility
Key Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate major cyber security incidents including ransomware, data breaches, and insider threats as the primary Incident Commander.
Direct technical investigations in collaboration with SOC analysts and Threat Intelligence teams to analyze attack vectors and adversary TTPs.
Oversee triage, containment, and remediation strategies while ensuring the integrity of forensic evidence and detailed incident logs.
Drive operational readiness by developing IR playbooks and executing complex tabletop exercises and cyber incident simulations.
Act as a key liaison between IT, Legal, Compliance, and external partners, translating technical forensic data into executive-level summaries.
Technical Skills Required
Benefits & Perks
Competitive day rate
3-month rolling contract with high likelihood of extension to 12 months
100% remote working
Nice to Have
Strong command of Incident Response frameworks, specifically NIST and ISO, to guide governance and post-incident reviews.
Job Description
Cyber security incident manager
We're working with a leading global workforce solutions agency connecting top-tier talent with enterprise-scale security projects on this exciting opportunity.
Are you a battle-tested Incident Commander ready to lead the charge against sophisticated cyber threats? We are looking for a high-caliber professional to orchestrate major response efforts across NIST frameworks, leveraging deep expertise in SIEM, EDR, and SOAR technologies to protect critical infrastructure. This is a high-impact, fully remote role requiring SC Clearance eligibility and the ability to thrive under pressure.
The Role
- Lead and coordinate major cyber security incidents including ransomware, data breaches, and insider threats as the primary Incident Commander.
- Direct technical investigations in collaboration with SOC analysts and Threat Intelligence teams to analyze attack vectors and adversary TTPs.
- Oversee triage, containment, and remediation strategies while ensuring the integrity of forensic evidence and detailed incident logs.
- Drive operational readiness by developing IR playbooks and executing complex tabletop exercises and cyber incident simulations.
- Act as a key liaison between IT, Legal, Compliance, and external partners, translating technical forensic data into executive-level summaries.
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- Proven experience leading complex cyber security incidents within a mid-to-large enterprise or MSSP environment.
- Deep technical proficiency with SIEM, EDR, SOAR, and Threat Intelligence platforms (TIP) for root cause analysis.
- Strong command of Incident Response frameworks, specifically NIST and ISO, to guide governance and post-incident reviews.
- Active SC Clearance (Security Check) or the immediate eligibility to undergo the clearance process.
- Exceptional communication skills with the ability to command multi-disciplinary response teams and manage high-pressure stakeholder environments.
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- Competitive day rate on a 3-month rolling contract with high likelihood of extension to 12 months.
- Full flexibility with 100% remote working, allowing for a great work-life balance.
- The opportunity to work on high-stakes, enterprise-level security incidents for a global market leader.
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